Temporary relocation of 11,000 residents in Odisha ahead of possible Agni-6 missile test

Agni-6 missile reportedly has a strike range of 8,000 to 12,000 kilometres

Balasore (Odisha) – Ahead of a possible test of the Agni-6 missile at the Integrated Test Range in Chandipur, approximately 11,442 residents living within a radius of 1 to 3.5 kilometres from the test site have been temporarily relocated as a safety precaution. Arrangements have been made to accommodate them at various relief centres. The administration has imposed stringent security measures throughout the entire area surrounding the test site.

🚀 Potential launch of India’s Agni-6 missile from Chandipur ITR, Odisha.

As a precaution, over 11,000 residents have been evacuated from areas around Launch Complex-3 in Balasore district, with restrictions imposed within a 3.5 km radius.

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Residents will be allowed to return after the test is completed and the necessary safety clearance is granted. No official announcement regarding the Agni-6 test has yet been made. The news website Firstpost has reported the development. The Agni-6 missile is reportedly capable of striking targets at distances ranging from 8,000 to 12,000 kilometres.